Adorning the heart; beloved
Derived from the Persian elements 'del' meaning heart and 'ara' meaning to adorn or beautify. It is a poetic name that signifies someone who brings joy or beauty to the heart. It remains a popular choice in Iran and among the Persian diaspora but is rare in the United States.
Less common today
Delara isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,156 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
Iranian woman whose case drew international human rights attention
Iranian-American actress and model